AceShowbiz - Billy Ray Cyrus is a proud dad in an emotional post praising his daughter. The 62-year-old country legend shared a nostalgic photo from the early '90s featuring a close-up of him cradling a young Miley Cyrus at the Country Music Awards festival.

Billy Ray fondly described the moment as "one of my best memories ever" while praising Miley, now a successful artist known for hits like "Wrecking Ball" and "Flowers".

A heartwarming poem titled "The Moment", penned by Billy Ray, accompanied the photo. Describing Miley as "the princess that he loved" and himself as "an armored shining knight", the poem captured a bittersweet sentiment. "Perhaps she feared for the warrior," he wrote, concluding with a poignant line, "For the moment I am glad."

However, these reflections come at a time when Billy Ray and Miley's relationship is rumored to be strained. Rumors suggest a rift formed between them following the divorce of Billy Ray and Miley's mother, Tish Cyrus, in 2022.

Tish has since remarried, and Billy Ray tied the knot with Australian singer Firerose, 27 years his junior, in 2023. Firerose described their union as evolving from friendship during the dark days of the COVID-19 pandemic to "pure love."

Despite the alleged tensions, including Miley not acknowledging her father during her 2024 Grammy wins, Billy Ray's post expressed his deep pride in Miley. "She's a survivor and a true artist," he remarked. "She learned early on to love and appreciate the fans who make everything possible. We both cherish the connection we have with our fans and are grateful for every single one of you!"

Billy Ray's reflective post could be interpreted as an olive branch. A sentiment echoed by a source who noted Miley had found it hard to connect with her dad since her parents' divorce but hoped they might mend their relationship.

This heartfelt revelation underscores the complex, yet unbreakable bond between Billy Ray and Miley - a dynamic that fans have followed ever since their Hannah Montana days.